The 19th Century Perspective...
In wilderness is the preservation of the world
– Henry David Thoreau
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The Tampa Bay Conservancy is seeking the services of a consultant to advance the mission of the Conservancy through community outreach, fundraising, and the development of new conservation opportunities. The consultant will demonstrate the ability to engage with major landholders within the community, as well as collaborate with community groups and government agencies to expand conservation options in partnership with the Conservancy. Fundraising efforts will include grant writing, increasing sponsor base and organizing fundraising campaigns. The applicant will oversee the organization’s website and social media accounts, as well as participate in educational opportunities in the community.
The consultant will work independently and report directly to the Conservancy President or designee.
Preferred qualifications include a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a related field and a minimum of ten years of responsible experience in the fields of conservation work, natural resource management, land management or a related field. The ideal candidate should possess the ability to work independently in facilitating conservation opportunities in the community. The applicant should be able to demonstrate experience in the field of fundraising and promotion of organizational objectives through social media platforms. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, are mandatory.
Please send your resume and two professional references to tampabayconservancy@gmail.com. The deadline for applications is March 15, 2025. This is a grant-funded contractual position with guaranteed funding for a minimum of three years.
Heartwood Birthday Fundraiser
The Heartwood Preserve birthday celebration and fundraiser held on November 2, 2024 was a great success. The weather was beautiful. The celebration was well attended and a lot of fun. We added almost $2,500 to the conservation easement fund.
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The Land Trust Alliance Accreditation Commission confirms the Tampa Bay Conservancy’s quality standards and commitment to professional excellence, lasting stewardship and earning the public's trust in our work.
Lands Protected
The TBC has worked on land protection throughout Tampa Bay, recently expanding north to Citrus County and east to Polk County.
Donate today
We invite you to make a donation to The Tampa Bay Conservancy, Inc. a non-profit land conservation organization dedicated to preserving the Bay Area's natural, agricultural and scenic heritage.
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We abuse land because we regard it as a commodity belonging to us. When we see land as a community to which we belong, we may begin to use it with love and respect.”
– Aldo Leopold, A Sand County Almanac